Jongwan Ryu
A master of South Korean modern cinema, Jongwan Ryu, was born in 1972, in Busan, South Korea. His active years span from the late 1990s to the present day, specializing in the genres of drama and thriller, with his most iconic films including "The Divine Move" and "Pained." While Ryu has yet to receive significant international recognition, his work is renowned locally, particularly for its raw narrative style and intense character development. With a deep understanding of human emotions and an innate ability to portray them on screen, Ryu has carved a unique niche for himself in the world of Korean cinema.